The Morgan Dental Patient Education Blog

There are dozens and dozens of oral health problems that can potentially afflict a patient, and dentists are vigilant for all of them. However, there’s one that patients tend to focus on above all else: yellow teeth.

There are several ways that the teeth can become yellow, and nearly as many methods to whiten them. If you’re curious, here’s what you should know about the causes and solutions to white teeth.

Dental anxiety is incredibly common, and it doesn’t discriminate. Over 30 million Americans claim that they experience stress related to visiting the dentist. The good news is that you don’t need to put off your much-needed dental visits due to your anxiety. Dental sedation is available to help nervous patients get the treatment they need without all of the stress, but what if you’re pregnant? Here’s what you should know!

Dentures are a great way to bridge the gap with tooth loss, but over time they can be a hassle. With the extra maintenance and accessories needed to take care of them, they can also be a wallet drain. If you’re ready to make a change, dental implants could be the best step forward! But how can you transition from one to the other? Continue reading to see the process so you can smoothly make the switch.

Did you know that teeth have changed quite a bit over the centuries? Thousands of years ago, our early ancestors relied on their teeth as tools, not just for eating. Archeologists have found evidence of ancient civilizations using their chompers to remove scales from fish and many other amazing discoveries. However, human diets have caused teeth to change over time. Here are just a few ways they have evolved.

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Many people wish to have straighter teeth but don’t want to deal with the dietary restrictions and the visible metal wires and brackets that come with braces. Luckily, Invisalign allows many patients to straighten their smiles with removable and virtually invisible clear aligners. While many patients report having an easier time with Invisalign than with braces, they may still experience some discomfort while getting used to wearing their clear aligners. Here’s how to stay comfortable while wearing Invisalign.

Dentists use dental crowns to restore teeth after extensive damage or reinforce teeth that didn’t develop correctly. These high-quality restorations serve to transform a tooth into its proper size and shape and protect it from further damage or infection. In some cases, crowns are used to anchor dental bridges into place. If you’re scheduled to receive a dental crown when you’ve never had one before, you might be concerned that having it placed will hurt. Here’s what a dental crown placement procedure entails as well as how you can expect it to feel.

The impact of a beautiful smile is profound, extending beyond mere aesthetics. Not only does it enhance your appearance, making you appear more approachable, friendly, and confident, but it also conveys a sense of capability. A captivating smile has the potential to play a pivotal role in your professional success, fostering positive perceptions in your career. Moreover, it proves instrumental in establishing positive connections with others and contributing to a flourishing dating life. If you aspire to enhance your smile and unlock these benefits, read on to explore five essential traits to strive for in achieving that radiant and impactful grin.

Regular dental care is equally important as brushing and flossing to avoid preventable oral health problems, like cavities and gum disease. The American Dental Association recommends a cleaning and checkup twice a year, but 35% of adults don’t see a dentist regularly. People delay seeing a dentist for many reasons, but dental fear is a common culprit. 15% of people around the world suffer from dental anxiety. Fear of pain and negative experiences in the past can lead to dental phobias, but the media also fuels anxieties, and here’s how.

Did you ever take a nutrition class in school? If you have, you’d know the complexity of how nutrients are used to fuel everything in your body. Even without this knowledge, you might recognize the food pyramid where foods are organized into groups.

But have you seen a pyramid of foods you should avoid? Especially after oral surgery, choosing the right foods can make a huge difference in the success of your procedure.

The groups mentioned below are made up specifically of foods that you should avoid after dental implant surgery. Continue reading to learn how to preserve your implants and avoid failure.

Dental floss is a key component to our daily oral healthcare routine. After all, brushing and flossing are considered the bare minimum in preventative care for any dental hygiene regimen. It’s entirely possible that you’ve been hearing about the importance of this step for as long as you’ve been alive! But have you ever stopped to wonder where floss originated or how long it’s been around? Keep reading to learn more about how dental floss has evolved from its earliest forms into what we know today.